Job Description
Shape the future of computational science at Nexus Quantum Labs. We're pioneering quantum-resistant cryptography and fault-tolerant quantum computing systems to redefine technological boundaries by 2026. Join our elite team of researchers in Austin, TX, where innovation meets impact.
Why Nexus Quantum Labs?
- State-of-the-art quantum annealing facilities
- Collaborative partnerships with MIT and Caltech
- Unlimited research budget with quarterly innovation sprints
- Equity compensation and patent ownership opportunities
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional R&D initiatives in quantum error correction algorithms
- Design and implement quantum-resistant cryptographic protocols
- Collaborate with hardware engineers on qubit coherence optimization
- Publish breakthrough research in Nature/Science journals
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum machine learning applications
- Secure $2M+ in annual DARPA/NIST grants
- Present findings at IEEE Quantum Week and ACM SIGACT
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, or Computer Science (2019-2024)
- 5+ years of hands-on experience with quantum circuit design
- Published research in quantum information theory or topological quantum computing
- Expertise in Qiskit, Cirq, or equivalent quantum SDKs
- Strong background in Shor's algorithm and Grover's optimization
- Proficiency in Python/C++ with parallel computing frameworks
- Active DOE/NIST quantum security clearance preferred